We also welcomed our union brothers and sisters from TWU Local 510 and discussed critical FAA reauthorization as well as the $200M+ we delivered for Orlando International Airport to improve air travel. On Wednesday, we celebrated Lineworker Appreciation Day with IBEW members. We are grateful to the lineworkers who brave the elements to keep our communities connected, especially after natural disasters like hurricanes. I'm proud to partner with them to upgrade Florida’s grid, boost clean energy, and create thousands of jobs.

Proud to help deliver a $1.2 million U.S. Department of Transportation grant for the City of St. Cloud to reconstruct 10th Street from U.S. 192 to Narcoossee Road — making it safer for pedestrians and helping local businesses thrive.

Great news! Inflation continues to fall and is returning to normal rates. U.S. consumer inflation reached 3% in June, the lowest level in more than two years as our economy continues to show strength.

President Joe Biden is keeping his promise to help student loan borrowers. The $39 billion in automatic loan forgiveness for 804,000 borrowers in income-driven repayment plans will address many of the historical issues in the federal student loan program.

Last Congress, we secured billions for high-speed internet access with the American Rescue Plan and Infrastructure Law — including $1.17 billion in BEAD program funds recently awarded to Florida. In the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, we're working to close gaps, improve cybersecurity, and make our telecom system more resilient. We are already seeing new rural broadband in East Orange And South Osceola Counties.

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus hosted NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and astronaut Dr. Frank Rubio — who is currently orbiting Earth aboard the International Space Station — to discuss the importance of fostering a diverse aerospace workforce. The CHC is proud of Dr. Rubio, who is the first astronaut of Salvadoran origin.

Proud to co-sponsor the bipartisan Disaster Relief Fund Replenishment Act alongside

Representative Jared Moskowitz. This bill will provide $11.5 billion to ensure FEMA has the funds to assist communities in Florida and around the country recover from natural disasters.

We met with members of our TWU Local 510 in D.C. to discuss critical FAA reauthorization and the $200M+ we delivered for Orlando International Airport to improve air travel. Proud to support our transportation workers who help Central Floridians travel safely and keep our region moving forward. 

Happy to spend time with my IBEW brothers and sisters on Lineworker Appreciation Day. We are grateful to the lineworkers who brave the elements to keep our communities connected, especially during natural disasters like hurricanes. I'm proud to partner with them to upgrade Florida’s grid, boost clean energy, and create thousands of jobs.

It was great to welcome the Florida Farm Bureau to D.C. as we continue working on the Farm Bill. As a member of the Agriculture Committee, I'm working to combat citrus greening, improve farm income and SNAP, support disaster relief, increase research, and more to help our farmers, growers, and ranchers.

Two years ago, we marched in solidarity with the people of Cuba as they stood up against the oppressive regime. On Tuesday, we gathered to remember this protest and reaffirmed our support for internet access to help protesters and a free Cuba.

It was great to attend the Congressional Women's Softball Game with so many dear friends. Together, we can beat cancer.

We had a great roundtable alongside U.S. Representative Maxwell Frost, State Representative Johanna López, and supporters of the bipartisan Venezuelan Adjustment Act. In addition to TPS and a new parole program, this bill would give Venezuelans living in the U.S. a pathway to permanent legal status.

Congratulations to Casa de Venezuela on their 20th anniversary! Team Soto joined them to recognize their contributions to the Central Florida community. Throughout the years, they have provided support to incoming families and aid to those still in Venezuela.

Team Soto is hard at work in our district connecting with the community. We are here to serve FL-09 and are grateful for the opportunity to do so.

Team Soto is here to help! We are holding weekly office hours at the Poinciana Branch Library on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by to see how we can help you resolve issues with federal agencies or obtain federal benefits.

We are also holding weekly office hours at the Buenaventura Lakes Library on Wednesdays from 1 — 5 p.m.

American manufacturing is back and stronger than ever. Thanks to the Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act, we're witnessing job creation and increased investment across the country and right here in Central Florida.

We secured an extension of the special health care enrollment period from March 31, 2023, through July 31, 2024 for those affected by the end of pandemic-related Medicaid continuous coverage.

Toxic-exposed veterans in Central Florida deserve to access all their rightfully earned benefits without issue.

Veterans are encouraged to file claims by August 10 to have their benefits, if granted, backdated to August 10, 2022 — the day that President Biden signed the bill into law.

For more information, visit VA.gov/PACT or call 1-800-698-2411.

There has been an increase in PACT Act-related email, phone, and social media scams targeting veterans by offering to submit claims on their behalf. Click here to learn more.

Veterans can now receive no-cost emergency mental health care at VA or non-VA healthcare facilities. Veterans can use this benefit whether or not they are enrolled in the VA system. This new policy will save lives.

Last year, House Democrats passed the Inflation Reduction Act. This year, millions of seniors will no longer have to ration their insulin because they can’t afford it. As of July 1, 2023, Americans on Medicare Part B can see their insulin copays capped at $35 per month.

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